Well, it depends. Is it a MUTT? Is it a pedigree? Does it have papers? What breed is it?

The same holds true with balloon arches. The price of an arch depends on a variety of factors. And many questions must be asked before we can help our customer determine a price. It’s not sneaky salesmanship or some mystical secret….it’s a formula. And there are many factors for us to consider before we throw out a dollar figure.

When customers call us looking for arch prices, we ask the following questions:

1. Where is it going?

2. What is the occasion?

3. How big does it need to be?

4. What area are you looking to hi-light?

6. Is it going indoors or outdoors?

6. What TYPE of arch are you looking to purchase? Is it a simple balloon arch or a thick balloon arch?

Once we get those questions answered, we proceed.

A string of pearls arch is a simple arch. It can go behind a table, across a table, behind doors, in front of doors.

Arch For A Communion

A table sized arch is less than $50.00 when we use 11″ latex balloons.

String of Pearl Arch

A string of pearls arch marks an entrance. Arches like this must be set up on site and they start at $150 and go up depending on how it is built, the length and the type of balloons used.

String of Pearl Arch

We can dress up a string of pearl arch with accents such as skinny balloons and ribbons.

Star Arch for Stage

A string of pearls arch can also use foil balloons.

Wedding Heart Arch

The string of pearl arch is sturdy enough for indoor use, but we generally do NOT recommend it for outdoor use. If there is any amount of wind, the arch will blow all over. String of pearl arches are practical and beautiful for many different indoor occasions.

The second type of arch we recommend is a Link-O-Loon arch. A Link-O-Loon is a special type of balloon that has a tip and a tail so that they can be connected together easily.

Affordable Arch

Our classic Link-O-Loon arch is around $100.00. It is easy to transport. It bends and folds….and it does NOT tangle. Most organizations find money in their budget for this type of arch even when their budget is tight.

This arch went across two 8 foot tables.

Arch for Exhibit

This arch was purchased by a local store that wanted to draw attention to their trade show exhibit. Again, it doesn’t bust the budget and it surely attracts attention. It’s worth every penny.

The third type of arch is what we call a packed arch. A packed arch is a sturdy arch which is typically used for fundraisers, walks and races. It usually marks a starting point. A packed arch is also used for grand openings, open houses and special sales for our business customers.

Arch for a grand opening.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with a red ribbon on the arch.

Balloon Arch for Lupus Association

Outdoor Balloon Arch in a very windy location.

Outdoor Balloon Arch

Arch for Cancer Walk

Outdoor Balloon Arch

We create these packed arches in different styles (Box or rounded) and in any color combination. They are thick and sturdy. We use 100% helium for 3/4 of the arch. Sometimes we build the arch on two bases…..sometimes we use two cement blocks to hold the arch down….it depends on the weather conditions and the length of the arch.

Common Questions:

1. How much does it cost? Packed arches start at around $350.00. Larger arches that go over 2 lanes of traffic are more than double. We determine the price based on exact measurements once we do a field visit to see the area.

2. How long does it last? It depends upon the weather. If it’s a mild 65 degree day and if we use light colored latex balloons, the arch will last most or all of the day. If it’s a 100 degree day and sunny, the arch won’t last as long. We do take precautionary measures such as using light-colored latex and under-inflating 16″ balloons…..however, we cannot guarantee outdoor balloon decor. If it’s windy or rainy, the arch may tip or become top heavy. If possible, during the rain we will move the arch under a tent. Having a plan B is helpful to our customers.

3. Can I cancel if the weather looks bad? This is a tough situation because we reserve the time to create the arch JUST FOR OUR CUSTOMER. We purchase the supplies, book our staff and plan our helium. As a store, we generally follow this protocol. 50% is a down payment for materials and it in NON-REFUNDABLE. If the weather looks like it is going to be bad, the customer may RESCHEDULE the balloon arch with no penalty if they notify us within 48 hours. We generally call our customer to talk about a plan B. If the customer does not cancel and if the weather is horrible, we will do our best to substitute designs which will hold up better in the conditions. For example, one year for a breast cancer walk….the wind was 40-50 mph. Since the walk still went on, we did 5 air-filled columns instead of 1 large arch.

Another thing for customers to know is that your balloon team will need electricity and about 3 hours worth of TIME to complete the job.

Inside the Arch

We can go on forever about ARCHES. We hope we did our best to explain how much an arch will cost. However, each situation and each event is INDIVIDUAL and there are a lot of factors that need to be considered. Complimentary consultations are available by calling It’s My Party 219-322-7777.

People who walk into our store often say, “Wow, you do more than just balloons!”

At It’s My Party, we carry a wide assortment of party supplies. I will show you a few!

Beanie Balls make Great Gifts

And, whether it’s a STUFFED ANIMAL OWL……

Swoops the Owl from Ty is a great gift….or piece of balloon Decor.

or a Balloon Owl……

Owl First Birthday Decor

Owls are a lot of fun.

Another hot item at our store is our Walking Pet Balloons. We carry 27 different pets on our website at http://www.itsmypartyballoons.com. The French Bulldog is the newest pet to join our selection.

Walking Pet Balloons float all over the floor.

Our customers love when we do their balloons for them. But there are SOME customers who prefer to do their own balloons, which is why we offer “Do It Yourself Balloon Kits.”

Make your own balloon decorations using our kits.

And of course…..what could be more fun than making things light up! These lights will stick to anything! Some people put them on their mailboxes or doors to draw attention to their home. Some customers use them when their children go to concerts so that their children blink and glow for the concert. The uses are practically endless!

These balloon lights stick to your balloons to make them light up!

Our online website makes it easy for people who do not live near our store to purchase these unique items. It’s My Party…..we’re not “JUST BALLOONS!”

Our store is exciting because it is filled with splashes of color, movement and creativity from wall to wall. Balloons. Customers love coming into our store because they love the atmosphere.

Working with other businesses to create excitement in their store is very rewarding. Their eyes light up when we give them ideas. We can see the wheels in their head start to spin as they imagine the transformation that balloons create.

Our latest project was for a jewelry store. The store was located in a mall and it was Labor Day Weekend….which means SALES! We created 11 centerpieces which were scattered throughout the store. Once we delivered all the balloons, every sales associate wanted to know where the balloons came from….and we proudly talked about our store.

Balloon Decor in a Jewelry Store

This past week, we also had the opportunity to help a local Dunkin Donuts celebrate their 7th anniversary.

Balloon Decor for 7th Anniversary

There were many components to this job, including topiaries from the ceiling, bouquets on the counter, a tower, a sculpture and the three foot balloons outdoors to attract attention.

Outdoor Decor Attracts attention from the street.

Dunkin Donuts Balloon Decor…Full view

Restaurant Balloon Decor

In this photo, we celebrated a five year anniversary of one of our favorite Mexican Restaurant…La Quasadilla Mexican Grill in St. John. We also did a coordinating arch in front of the restaurant. The balloon buddy was a hit because it made the customers smile. When people are smiling, their experience is generally much better. Balloons help create more memorable experience….adding value to any type of business celebrating a special event of any kind.

Harley Davidson Balloon Decor

What a fun way to welcome guests! Uncle Sam is at the front of the store. Hanging from the ceiling are bursts of red, white and blue 260Q’s. Celebrate! Be Happy! Proud to be an American! Convey your message with balloons.

We meet with our local businesses at their place to provide them with ideas. We follow up the meeting with a proposal. When the client says “GO!”, we get our hands into our bags of latex and put our creative minds to work.

For more information about balloon decor for your home, office, business or celebration….call It’s My Party at 219-322-7777.